WorldWatch: Explosion reported at US oil refineryNearby residents reported a loud boom that rattled windows.24 Mar 04:02 AM
New ZealandPerson dead, three injured after fiery three-vehicle crash in Palmerston North street Police probe deadly late-night crash as road toll continues to climb.23 Mar 09:14 PM
AucklandWoman with burns in bedside court hearing after vehicles, carport destroyed in suspicious blaze A 45-year-old woman is in Middlemore Hospital being treated for injuries.23 Mar 07:20 PM
New Zealand'Flames shooting up to the sky': Large fire breaks out on West Auckland street23 Mar 07:04 AM
Christchurch'Massive explosion': Two seriously injured after house fire in Christchurch suburb20 Mar 08:34 AM
WorldHong Kong panel hears safety measures failed on day of deadly fireInvestigators say almost all safety systems failed due to human error.19 Mar 09:38 PM
New ZealandFamily vow to rebuild 46-year business after huge fireThe blaze on John F Kennedy Drive took about 11 hours to contain. 19 Mar 08:28 PM
New ZealandFire breaks out next to Z petrol station in PonsonbyThick smoke and flames could be seen billowing from an automotive mechanic workshop next to the Z petrol station in Ponsonby. Video / SuppliedWatch19 Mar 01:18 AM
New Zealand'Dripping liquid': Major blaze near petrol station started after car fireThe fire is burning close to the Z Energy petrol station in Ponsonby.19 Mar 01:17 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely massive': Multiple fire crews battle house blaze in West Auckland suburbEmergency services were called to the scene at 4.22pm.18 Mar 04:11 AM
WorldFive dead in Mexico oil-refinery firePemex refineries have suffered multiple fatal accidents in recent years.17 Mar 11:30 PM
New ZealandLarge Palmerston North warehouse fire contained, locals warned to keep windows shutCommuters have been warned to keep away from the fire site this morning. 17 Mar 05:10 PM
New ZealandMultiple fire crews tackle large blaze in Palmerston North suburbFire and Emergency were called to the scene about 6.30pm.17 Mar 07:12 AM
AucklandDramatic rescue in West Auckland church blaze, trapped person critically injured'We could hear a person inside calling for help'.16 Mar 05:30 PM
New ZealandSuspicious fire at Salvation Army in HendersonPolice and fire investigators at the Salvation Army on View Road in Henderson after a suspicious fire, where firefighters rescued a person from inside the building.Watch16 Mar 04:55 PM
New Zealand'Towering wall of black smoke': Witness describes dramatic blaze near RotoruaResidents were told to stay indoors and shut windows due to thick smoke. 15 Mar 11:29 PM
New ZealandRotorua car wreckers fireDrone footage of several cars engulfed in flames at a car wreckers yard near Rotorua. Video / @danilotravel / InstagramWatch15 Mar 09:43 PM
AucklandMan burned down historic church 'to teach God a lesson', was visited by police four times in prior monthSinele Katoa was an undiagnosed schizophrenic who believed God was humiliating his father.15 Mar 04:00 PM
AucklandChild dies and three Injured in East Tamaki CollisionThe Serious Crash Unit is investigating the scene at the intersection of Smales Road and Te Irirangi Drive, East Tāmaki, following a three-vehicle crash. Video / NZ HeraldWatch15 Mar 11:47 AM
New ZealandCar wreckers fire in NgongotahāFirefighters are responding to a fire at a car wreckers in Ngongotahā near Rotorua. Video / SuppliedWatch14 Mar 05:18 AM
AucklandCause of fire at University of Auckland revealedThe university said the fire was believed to have started in a light fixture.12 Mar 04:40 AM
New ZealandFire breaks out at University of Auckland law school buildingFire crews rushed to the University of Auckland after a blaze broke out on the second floor of a law school building. Video / Cameron PitneyWatch12 Mar 03:58 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Full pace on design' – New World Victoria Park boss on rebuildPonsonby/Herne Bay/St Marys Bay locals fume about what appears to them to be a dead site.11 Mar 10:00 PM
AucklandTruck full of dog food catches fire, motorway closedPallets of kibble could be seen with the contents spilled across the road.11 Mar 06:14 PM
New ZealandTruck fire closes State Highway 1 north of Silverdale, AucklandFirefighters have contained a truck fire on State Highway 1 carrying dog food supplies that caught fire north of Silverdale shortly after 1:30am. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Mar 04:18 PM
AucklandFire crews race to Auckland ferry after engine room smoke sparks emergency scareFour trucks were sent to the downtown Auckland's Ferry Building just about 8pm.11 Mar 08:14 AM
AucklandGrieving widow's double tragedy after fatal fire at her home while overseasThe home owner recently lost her husband and has had to deal with a second death.11 Mar 05:00 AM
WorldPolice say deadly Swiss bus fire could be deliberateVideos on social media showed flames several metres high bursting out from the windows.10 Mar 11:38 PM
